When you seek revenge, be sure to dig two graves.

I don't like to watch playback. But being on the set, watching the way the camera is being moved and the way the light is being used, you do get an idea of it.

I loved playing [the Doctor], and taking part in the basic essence and message of the series which is, it's a short life, seize it, and live it as fully as you can. Care for others. Be respectful of all other life forms, regardless of colour or creed. To be part of that was fantastic.

Twelve years on sets watching directors, I've taken a bit from everybody and rejected a lot.

The money is better in films and television. But in terms of acting, theatre is more rewarding.

I think theatre is by far the most rewarding experience for an actor. You get 4 weeks to rehearse your character and then at 7:30 pm you start acting and nobody stops you, acting with your entire soul.

Jacobean plays, before Shakespeare, were particularly visceral.